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Rich Boston Cream Poke Cake

Boston Cream Poke Cake

Indulge in the sweet satisfaction of our Boston Cream Poke Cake, a dessert that perfectly marries the classic flavors of vanilla pudding and chocolate frosting. This easy-to-make cake features a moist yellow cake base, infused with creamy pudding through its signature poke method.

Ingredients

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  • 15.25 oz box yellow cake mix
  • 4 cups milk (for pudding)
  • 2 (3.4 oz) boxes instant vanilla pudding
  • 16 oz tub chocolate frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven as directed on cake mix box.
  2. Prepare the cake mix using eggs, oil, and water; pour into greased 9×13-inch pan.
  3. Bake according to package instructions until golden brown.
  4. Once cooled slightly, poke holes in the cake about 1 inch apart using the handle of a wooden spoon.
  5. Whisk together pudding mix and milk until smooth; pour over the warm cake, ensuring to fill holes.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
  7. Microwave chocolate frosting for 10-15 seconds until pourable; spread evenly over chilled pudding layer.
  8. Chill again before serving.

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Keywords: For added flavor variations, try using different pudding flavors such as butterscotch or chocolate. Garnish with fresh fruit or whipped cream for an extra special touch.